This fall, East Texas artist Jeffie Brewer will publish “Joy Machine,” a collection of photographs, insights and illustrations that share his process, artwork and the emotional response it inspires in others. The book was acquired by Stephanie Khattak at K.Co Press in an exclusive deal. This is Jeffie Brewer's first book.
“I am thrilled to be publishing my first book with K.Co Press. This has been on my radar for some time and the outpouring of support from colleagues, collectors and contributors so far has been delightful. I look forward to seeing the story come together!” Jeffie said.
Readers will find contributed essays from art experts, new behind-the-scenes photos and more, including:
- Essays by curators and public art directors on the impact of Jeffie’s exhibitions
- Imagery celebrating Jeffie’s oversized sculptures, and the response they inspire in viewers
- Jeffie’s insights, story and perspective in his own words
- Essays on the impact of Jeffie’s work and influence, by industry experts, art historians, cultural historians and peers who know him well
Entertaining and contemporary, this book gives readers an insider's look at the artist who has defined his work as “serious, sometimes thoughtful and a lot of the time just silly.”
“Jeffie Brewer’s art is instantly recognizable and widely loved,” says Stephanie Khattak, founder of K.Co Press. “As a Texas publisher with East Texas roots, we’re immensely proud to publish his first book. People already know Jeffie as a talented artist, and we’re thrilled to not only share his work with even more people, but to highlight him as the interesting, intelligent and unique individual that we know him to be.”
About the Book:
- Title: “Joy Machine”
- Author: Jeffie Brewer
- Publisher: K.Co Press
- Price: $50 Retail
- ISBN: 979-8-9905395-1-8
- Nonfiction/Art/Illustration
- Large softcover, full-color photos and illustrations throughout
- Planned for a Fall 2024 release.
Interested stockists should send an email to orders@kcopress.com.
About Jeffie Brewer:
Jeffie Brewer is an internationally exhibiting artist whose artwork has been displayed in public and private art collections, galleries and museums. Known for his oversized abstract figurative sculptures in bright colors, Jeffie’s work is instantly recognizable and highly acclaimed. Born in Palestine, Texas Jeffie holds an MFA in sculpture and metals and an MA in sculpture and painting from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. He also holds a BFA in drawing, printmaking and jewelry making from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. He has been featured on Texas Country Reporter, and notable exhibitions have included Color Field at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Ark.; Pop of Color, Tyler Museum of Art, Tyler, Texas; and numerous collaborations with the Lubbock Fine Arts Alliance. His work has been acquired by museums in Abilene, Corpus Christi and Midland, Texas. He lives and works in Nacogdoches. For more information, visit www.jeffiebrewer.com.
About K.Co Press:
Founded in 2021 in Dallas, K.Co Press is a publisher and creator of photography books, fine art books and limited editions. Its list spans documentary travel photography, new editions of archival art and works by contemporary artists, among other categories. For more information, visit www.kcopress.com.